Asm. Latrice Walker

Prohibits persons, firms, or corporations whose interests are adverse to that of a person who received personal injuries or death as a result of an action by such person, firm or corporation from negotiating any contracts or settlements releasing such person, firm or corporation from liability for the tortious or potentially tortious act within thirty days of such act.

Prohibits creditors from enforcing a consumer debt incurred as a result of fraud, duress, intimidation, threat, force, identity theft, exploitation of the debtor's personal information or similar economic abuse perpetrated against a debtor; establishes a right of action by the debtor for relief against creditors for violations; makes related provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill changes voter registration by automatically removing individuals from any political party if their enrolled party name includes "Independence" or "Independent" (e.g., "Independence Party"). It directly affects voters registered with such parties, transitioning them to "no party enrollment" status. The law requires election officials to update these records without requiring voter action. The change takes effect immediately upon enactment. This is a procedural adjustment to voter registration rules, not a substantive policy change.

Requires each social services district to maintain a waiting list of eligible families who have applied for child care assistance; requires the local districts to report such list to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually; requires the social services districts to collect data regarding the income of families who have applied, were denied and received child care assistance and issue a report to the office of children and family services who shall then compile such reports and issue one report to the legislature annually.

Provides that early voting for any special election held on April 29, 2025 shall begin on April 21, 2025 and end on April 27, 2025; provides that the duration for early voting hours for any special election held on April 29, 2025 shall be equal to or greater than the minimum number of total hours otherwise required.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a state program to provide training and support for informal caregivers - family members or friends who provide daily care to people with disabilities or health challenges. It expands the definition of "person in need of assistance" to include anyone requiring help with daily tasks (like bathing or eating) due to disability, including minors under 18. The program requires the state director to develop training curricula, establish caregiver resource centers, and offer technical assistance on topics such as health care, stress management, and financial resources. The director must also report annually on program participation and effectiveness.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a bill with policy changes) honoring Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.'s 111th anniversary. It formally recognizes the fraternity's founding in 1914, its motto "Culture For Service and Service For Humanity," and its work in community service, education, and initiatives like Project S.E.E.D. The resolution directs the legislative body to pause proceedings to honor the fraternity's legacy and sends a copy to its headquarters. It has no binding effect or direct impact on any specific group or policy.

Authorizes certain shelters for victims of domestic violence to be reimbursed for any payment differential for housing a single individual in a room intended for double occupancy where a single occupancy room is not available.

Provides for the reinstatement of state recognition and acknowledgement of the Montaukett Indian Nation; provides that the Montaukett Indian nation shall have a chief or sachem, three tribal trustees and a tribal secretary; provides for the qualification of voters; makes related provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates East Harlem, also known as "El Barrio," as a cultural district by amending the state's arts and cultural affairs law. The legislation defines the district's boundaries as the area between East 96th and 125th Streets, bounded by Fifth Avenue and the East River. Once designated, the Council on the Arts is authorized to provide grants, technical assistance, and other support to cultural institutions within this specific region to promote its cultural significance. The law also allows the council to designate additional cultural districts in the future, provided they are compact, contiguous areas with a shared cultural heritage.